A regular update on emerging federal vaccine issues. On Sep 25, 2025, this list—drawn from news reports and other information—ranks the most significant changes to vaccination policy, with brief commentary from the editors.
VaccinesPeter Lurie, MD, MPH, Sarah Despres, Josh Rising, MD, MPH, Joshua M. Sharfstein, MD
The Center for Science in the Public Interest asked Gov. Gavin Newsome to sign Assembly Bill
1264, which advances the priorities outlined in his executive order on ultra-processed food (EO
N-1-25),1 and Senate Bill 646. Both bills will enhance California’s nation-leading efforts to
promote and protect children’s health.
Research has shown that no single drug, chemical, or other environmental factor is strongly linked to autism. The Trump administration asserts without evidence that prenatal acetaminophen causes autism. Here's what to know.
Robert (Bob) Pezzolesi, MPH, ODHM,of IPHN discusses his organization's policy advocacy work with CSPI in service of healthier communities in New York, including collaborative campaigns for warning labels for chain restaurant foods high in sodium and added sugars, better nutrition standards for restaurant kids’ meals, limiting the predatory marketing of unhealthy food and beverages to children, and reducing harmful chemical additives in our food supply.
What's the latest on ultra-processed foods, weight loss, and more? Former NIH researcher Kevin Hall talks about his new book on how food nourishes and harms us.
